A dream will finally become a reality when FynbosPark opens the doors of its new assisted living and frail care facility on 1 August 2026.
The opening marks an important milestone for the Kleinmond community and is the result of many years of determination, generosity and people working together towards a shared vision.
The journey began when members of the community came together and identified the need for a frail care facility that would allow older persons to receive the care and support they needed close to their families and familiar surroundings.
What started as an idea grew into a community movement. Fundraising initiatives such as the Oom Petrus Charity Shop and the Oom Sakkie/Singletons Tuisnywerheid were established to raise funds towards the development of the facility.
Over the years, many people have contributed their time, skills, donations and support. While some of the original volunteers and supporters are no longer involved, each person played a part in bringing the dream closer to reality.
Today, the FynbosPark village has been serving the community for several years and includes life-right cottages for older persons who are able to live independently. The new facility will expand the care available at FynbosPark and includes two assisted living wings and two frail care wings.
“What makes the achievement even more remarkable is that the facility has been funded almost entirely by the community,” says Patricia Kissane Manager at FynbosPark.
The new facility is a programme of Badisa, a registered nonprofit organisation that provides care and social services to people across different stages of life.
Through its connection with Badisa, FynbosPark will form part of a wider network committed to providing professional, compassionate and sustainable care to older persons.
The opening on 1 August will not only celebrate a new building. It will celebrate nearly three decades of perseverance, generosity and the extraordinary power of a community working together.
Photos and video by: Strauss Odendaal, a volunteer at FynbosPark.